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RV Question #3
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chasfm11 »
Mon Jun 21, 2010 4:50 pm
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I promise, I don't have too many.
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I'm not a full timer but I do know some of them. Yes, you need an address and there is more to that decision than just the DL question. SD seems to...
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Last post by chasfm11
Tue Jun 22, 2010 10:05 pm
HEB hop today
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slinco »
Fri Jun 11, 2010 5:46 pm
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I've had my plastic for maybe a month now but never really carried in public-local hardware store once. Made my first trip to HEB today, like...
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rlol rlol rlol
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Last post by timdsmith72
Tue Jun 22, 2010 8:39 am
CHL and RVs
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chasfm11 »
Mon Jun 21, 2010 12:45 pm
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Hi. This is my first post to this forum. I've been lurking here for some time, reading as much as I can while trying to learn and understand.
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Ultimately you are going to have to get an authoritative answer from an actual lawyer that knows federal law. My speculations are worth less than the...
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Last post by seamusTX
Tue Jun 22, 2010 12:04 am
RV Question #2
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chasfm11 »
Mon Jun 21, 2010 3:48 pm
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I'm trying to keep this topics separated so that I don't cause confusion. For a background, please check the post labeled CHL and RVs
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Penetration of the outer hull of the aircraft is not a real problem, even at high altitude pressurization. The aircraft will not 'explode' form the...
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Last post by Keith B
Mon Jun 21, 2010 4:24 pm
Happy Father's Day
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MoJo »
Sun Jun 20, 2010 10:48 am
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Well someone's got to do it - - - Happy Father's Day to all you dads out there. Remember any male can be a father it takes a MAN to be a dad. Also,...
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This is an interesting day for me.
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Last post by Grog
Sun Jun 20, 2010 10:50 pm
Question about the supertuck
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canvasbck »
Sun Jun 06, 2010 2:22 pm
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I have been researching my iwb options and am pretty much sold on the crossbreed. My wife has a concern about the lack of a retaining strap. One of...
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That's what I thought. A million years ago I was a farrier. Those big breeds always were the easiest to work with, they had the best dispositions....
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Last post by rthillusa
Tue Jun 15, 2010 8:29 pm
New to forum
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FixinTo »
Wed Jun 09, 2010 12:01 am
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I just registered tonight, but have been lurking for a couple of weeks and have got such good info. I took my class on the 5th and I am mailing my...
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Welcome to FixinTo and Mel. Think you'll enjoy this forum, lots of good people and great info. I joined shortly before I got my CHL and still hang...
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Last post by 81aggie
Sat Jun 12, 2010 8:10 am
Wally Walk? Check!!
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timdsmith72 »
Sat Sep 19, 2009 9:38 pm
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So today was my first full day of carry. Yard work earlier today then out and about. First to Mike's Gun Shop in Richardson. Too bad I forgot they're...
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Glad I decided to sign up and look around or I would never have known about the Wally Walk. Having carried off duty since 1979 I never thought about...
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Last post by Smokey613
Fri Jun 11, 2010 9:08 pm
Walther PPK holsters
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PT1911TX »
Wed Feb 17, 2010 4:32 pm
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Just purchased a Walther PPK hoping to draw on everyone’s expertise on inside waist bands holsters. I like to tuck my shirt in with jeans and boots,...
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Anyone have any experience with one of these?
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Last post by Smokey613
Fri Jun 11, 2010 8:39 pm
When Your Plastic is Approved but Not in Hand.
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SMOOTHboar »
Wed Jun 09, 2010 6:41 pm
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Recently, on a trip across the state of Texas traveling to Colorado across New Mexico, I was pulled over by a Highway Patrolman. I was doing a touch...
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IMO (which is how I would operate in the exercise of MY LEO duties) If there are two laws that allow the same thing then the less stringent law...
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Last post by Originalist
Fri Jun 11, 2010 7:06 am
Spotting A Hidden Handgun
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someonetyping »
Mon Apr 26, 2010 5:27 pm
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What do yall think about this graphic? Just found this while cruising around the web. Eh? This is why you need a good holster. I have an XD and had...
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hah this is good info. thanks all~
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Last post by swisstrigger
Wed Jun 09, 2010 1:51 am
Secure compliance vs. Convertible Automobile
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Islands7 »
Tue May 25, 2010 9:14 am
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This topic is not looking for opinions, as plenty of these can be found elsewhere on this site.
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Copy that. Hope it works out for you.
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Last post by LarryH
Tue Jun 08, 2010 12:12 pm
My first week carrying...some thoughts
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laketex »
Mon Jun 07, 2010 9:47 am
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Hello ladies and gentlemen. Thanks in advance for my new firearms related home on the web. My other home has been getting pretty cluttered with an...
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That's the way I understood it. I could get reprimanded or fired here, but it's not illegal.
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Last post by laketex
Tue Jun 08, 2010 9:32 am
Things are movin' along!
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21CG »
Sun Jun 06, 2010 12:35 pm
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Well,
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txbassguide --
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Last post by SecedeTX
Mon Jun 07, 2010 9:45 pm
Lesson for New to carry
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longtooth »
Wed May 26, 2010 7:46 am
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Drs appointment yesterday on my store bought knee.
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I guess you could say I might be one of those doctors one day. I still just get worried about what can happen, such as with Jerome Ersland (the...
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Last post by BroTyler
Sat Jun 05, 2010 8:25 am
Good carry options for um.. large-bodied people?
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newTexan »
Sun May 02, 2010 9:26 pm
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So, my current method of concealment won't work too well much longer since the weather is warming up fast, which has me wondering what other people...
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I am 5'9 and 220 with a non-athletic build. (beer gut) I wear a G36 in a Super Tuck very comfortably for 14-16 hours a day. Takes some...
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Last post by SpringerFan
Fri Jun 04, 2010 1:56 pm
Is it worth the additional money?
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MikeM »
Mon Apr 12, 2010 10:24 pm
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Waiting on my CHL but just received my PIN. I have been looking at the Taurus Millenium Pro 45ACP versus the Glock 36 (over $200 premium for the...
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Mexican carry and without a holster are redundant (but you already knew that) :biggrinjester:
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Last post by LarryH
Wed Jun 02, 2010 8:55 am
One thing I'm not clear about.
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steve817 »
Tue May 25, 2010 1:13 pm
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Let me open by stating that I hate what if scenarios. I am not an aggressive person but in my past I have been in situations that somebody for some...
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One thing I'm not clear about...is Steve related to Joe817? Same 'last name' and all that...
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Last post by Ropin
Thu May 27, 2010 7:40 am
Kroger Walk
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SecedeTX »
Tue Apr 20, 2010 6:57 pm
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I just got back from my first time to conceal in public. I had to go shopping tonight...ran out of q-tips don't ya know.
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We were there for 5 minutes, and I told him quit checking it every 30 seconds...it is still there!
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Last post by SecedeTX
Wed May 26, 2010 6:06 am
When you can't carry at work...
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Big Bronze Rim »
Wed May 05, 2010 4:28 pm
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Being a noob when it comes to conceal carry as I have had my plastic less than 2 weeks, I am still battling a few logistic issues regarding work and...
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Here is a solution to this dilemma - Blade-Tech holster with Tek-Lok, and a workbench fabricated sheet metal box with hasp/pad lock mounted under the...
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Last post by Fawkes
Tue May 18, 2010 8:54 am
Sig Mosquito -- Guilty or Innocent?
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Quahog »
Mon Apr 05, 2010 6:41 pm
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I am anticipating this is going to turn into a love/hate discussion but let's have at it.
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I actually went to my Carter's Country on Wednesday with every intent on buying a Mosquito for my wife and daughters to use but it was heavier than I...
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Last post by weef
Fri May 07, 2010 10:05 pm
Best carry holster for Glock 36?
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MikeM »
Mon Apr 19, 2010 8:57 pm
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Need some advice on a good holster for concealed carry of a Glock 36. Would prefer an in-pant type holster but have heard some come concern about...
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Thanks for all the excellent input! I purchased a Crossbreed Supertuck with horsehide. :patriot:
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Last post by MikeM
Thu May 06, 2010 8:15 pm
New to Carrying
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KirthanShenoy »
Wed Apr 07, 2010 2:44 am
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Hello All!
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You're welcome. My pleasure.
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Last post by Excaliber
Thu May 06, 2010 7:14 am
Anyone carrying a HK USP Compact?
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knb »
Mon May 03, 2010 3:58 pm
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I am looking for good options. I like the Minotaur MTAC but it isn't currently available for my gun of choice. The Crossbreed SuperTuck is available...
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Yes, it was model specific, but I think I placed the order by phone the first time, if I recall correctly. There are other items not on the site...
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Last post by The Annoyed Man
Tue May 04, 2010 2:04 pm
new guy, currently deployed
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speepdaedeesi »
Sat Apr 10, 2010 9:15 am
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hello everyone,
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Speedaedeesi, it's not too much hassle to apply as Active Military, even after you get out. DPS allows you up to 365 days after your discharged to...
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Last post by krofang
Mon May 03, 2010 1:18 pm
Crossbreed Supertuck Issues
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hbkkicker »
Sat Nov 14, 2009 10:36 pm
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Ok, so I got my Crossbreed Supertuck in today. Has anyone else still had problems with printing even with their supertuck? I have pants that are a...
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I am roughly exactly your height and weight and have no problem concealing a USP compact .40 or a Sig P229r .40 in a supertuck. Most of the time I...
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Last post by killerfly128
Sun May 02, 2010 5:04 am
"Modified" Pistol for CHL Class
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Dionadair »
Wed Apr 14, 2010 3:18 pm
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Are there any restrictions for using a modified pistol for the CHL class? I only ask because...
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That sounds like the list of approved ammo for the instructor's course in Austin. They want you to use ammo that meets SAAMI specifications. As far...
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Last post by sjfcontrol
Thu Apr 29, 2010 12:40 pm
CHL at shooting range?
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dezbme »
Sat Dec 26, 2009 12:34 am
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Before my CHL, I would always carrying my guns to the range in a range bag. But since my CHL, I would now have one on me in my IWB. Can I unholster...
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On the range i work at here in San Antonio we ask that if you are a CHL holder, then make sure the gun is concealed. The removing the gun in the...
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Last post by sgerry
Tue Apr 27, 2010 5:34 pm
Wanted to say hello to everyone
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5.0 svo »
Wed Nov 11, 2009 1:45 am
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Hello I just wanted to say hello to everyone on the forum. I have been reading some of the posts you guys have been making. I must say that you guys...
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Wow, I somehow missed this entire thread from late last year. Just read the whole thing very quickly.
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Last post by A-R
Tue Apr 27, 2010 4:20 pm
Do you have insurance?!
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TheReverend »
Sun Nov 29, 2009 10:30 am
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I read in one of the threads about CHLPP and I visited the website. I'm not sure what's going on there. For starter it's a very poor looking site....
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The sticky situation with the insurance carrier could/will be intent. That is correct. With that said... if your intent was to protect your person,...
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Last post by SMOOTHboar
Tue Apr 20, 2010 10:31 pm
Newbie
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alamo5000 »
Tue Apr 20, 2010 9:03 pm
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I am brand new to this board and I am waiting on my CHL to arrive in the mail.
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Correct to a point, as long as he is driving. More importantly, any gun in the car has to not be in your possession, unless it is an unloaded firearm...
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Last post by The Annoyed Man
Tue Apr 20, 2010 9:51 pm
HEB walk
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Mando'a »
Thu Apr 01, 2010 7:00 pm
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I did a dry run yesterday in preparation for my official Wally Walk.
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^This.
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Last post by WolfeJager
Mon Apr 19, 2010 1:06 pm
New to CHL
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21CG »
Tue Apr 13, 2010 11:09 pm
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Hey guys,
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TxBassGuide:
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Last post by surprise_i'm_armed
Thu Apr 15, 2010 11:04 pm
My first day carrying
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quickerNu »
Fri Apr 09, 2010 6:37 pm
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I got my plastic today! I originally took the course at Red's i P-ville four or five years ago, but never sent in the app. My twin daughters were...
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Congrats. You might find your current belt will work with an IWB. I am similarly built and my 1.5 Carhartt belt works fine. Regardless, find what...
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Last post by troglodyte
Mon Apr 12, 2010 8:47 pm
new to site, mailed away app today
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ssenniug »
Mon Mar 29, 2010 5:10 pm
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Been lurking here for a month or so, tons of good information and I really enjoy the posts here.
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Don't feel bad... we're in the same boat. I emailed them yesterday and guess what... I got the same exact answer. Since I initially applied online, I...
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Last post by Quahog
Fri Apr 09, 2010 2:14 pm
New member here
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HuttoAg96 »
Tue Apr 06, 2010 4:34 pm
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Took my class on 3/18, got my DPS PIN on Friday (4/2). Hopefully that card will be in the mail within a week or so.
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Howdy ags.
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Last post by gigag04
Thu Apr 08, 2010 1:44 am
First Time Carry
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JAguirre »
Thu Apr 01, 2010 8:08 pm
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So my plastic arrived today and since I needed to run some errands, I got to CC and experience it for the first time. I went to HEB, Walgreens, Chase...
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See, this should have been included in ObamaCare. You are getting healthier already. Your heart, blood pressure, blood sugar and pulmonary and cardio...
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Last post by RPB
Tue Apr 06, 2010 7:04 am
Advice on what to carry for new to CHL?
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MikeM »
Sun Apr 04, 2010 9:05 am
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I have applied for my CHL and and hope to receive it soon. I am debating between carrying a Glock 36 or a Bersa Thunder 380. Big difference in every...
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LarryH and TAM:
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Last post by surprise_i'm_armed
Mon Apr 05, 2010 8:34 pm
Banks
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ClarkLZeuss »
Sun Mar 29, 2009 8:58 pm
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So a buddy and I are heading back from the range on Saturday, and we pull into a bank so I can make a quick deposit. There's no drive-thru, so I have...
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But not nearly as bad as some instances. On another forum I frequent (not nearly as much traffic as this one), one new member has, within the past...
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Last post by LarryH
Mon Apr 05, 2010 2:22 pm
DPS Self Crimanal Background Check, am I good?
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Dryfire2010 »
Thu Apr 01, 2010 10:57 am
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Hey all, new guy here. Been thinking more and more about getting my CHL. I just registered for the crimanal background area on the dps website. Of...
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Neither, remember, dad was a Marine we moved a lot. I support both though. Though AHS was this years state champ :woohoo Thanks for the advice. Going...
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Last post by Dryfire2010
Sun Apr 04, 2010 3:21 pm
Wearing holster WITHOUT the gun?
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Vic »
Thu Feb 25, 2010 9:16 am
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In the time between taking the CHL class and actually receiving the plastic, is there any merit to the idea of purchasing and wearing an IWB holster...
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for about the last 2 weeks, I've been practicing with my MTAC iwb holster. Both full and empty.
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Last post by Mando'a
Thu Apr 01, 2010 7:56 pm
Carrying At Home?
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MojoTexas »
Sat Mar 06, 2010 2:11 pm
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After reading the story in this thread (), I got to thinking about carrying in the home. It's all well and good to carry your normal rig when you're...
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I have a dog who barks at strangers. That's the best early warning system you can have...I guarantee that a bad guy couldn't get into my house and...
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Last post by MojoTexas
Sun Mar 28, 2010 10:05 pm
New CHL Son + 7 others
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troglodyte »
Sat Mar 27, 2010 9:35 pm
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My son turned 21 on Thurday and passed his CHL course today. :hurry:
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Good deal, congrats to your son and the 7 others.
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Last post by JAguirre
Sun Mar 28, 2010 2:03 pm
New Guy here!
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rcain007 »
Thu Mar 25, 2010 7:22 pm
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Hello all!
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Welcome from the bay area
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Last post by Quahog
Sun Mar 28, 2010 7:14 am
Concealment / Printing
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Teamless »
Mon Mar 15, 2010 12:53 pm
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I know that you have to conceal your handgun, but what about a spare magazine? An empty Holster (yes I know, why carry an empty holster?)
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Cool - Thanks
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Last post by UncleBob
Fri Mar 26, 2010 9:09 pm
Options?
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UncleBob »
Thu Mar 18, 2010 9:53 am
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Would it be reasonable to carry a can of pepper spray along with a concealed weapon?
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I've frequently done this since I got my CHL. If I'm out in the neighborhood walking the dog I'll always carry pepper spray along with my CW....
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Last post by Dad24GreatKids
Fri Mar 26, 2010 8:06 pm
Am I missing something?
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hondo44 »
Wed Mar 24, 2010 10:09 pm
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So I have had my CHL for about 5 months and regularly carrying over the past 2. It looks to me like the vast majority of folks carry at the 4 to 6...
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Appendix carry is a lot more dependent on body type, holster selection, pistol length, etc.. than strong side carry. So it's usually harder for...
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Last post by fm2
Thu Mar 25, 2010 5:09 pm
Need help with adding pic.
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txcshooter »
Thu Mar 25, 2010 12:46 pm
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I took a pic with my phone camera and wanted to add it as my profile pic, but wasn't allowed since the pic size was too big. Does anyone know how I...
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Your welcome and looks like something worked. :thumbs2:
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Last post by seniorshooteress
Thu Mar 25, 2010 1:53 pm
Fresh from the factory
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easyridertejas »
Wed Mar 24, 2010 2:39 pm
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Yup, i'm a new one too. Is my tag showing? I'm john and i am in the hill country. I have had my Permit for about 8 years. I was competing in...
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Welcome from SE Texas. :txflag:
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Last post by cougartex
Wed Mar 24, 2010 10:18 pm
New to forum
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brotherDave »
Wed Mar 24, 2010 6:56 am
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Hi, everyone my name is David and I have been a lurker for the past year. I have decided to come out of the shadows and it feels great :woohoo . I am...
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Thank y'all for the greetings. :txflag:
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Last post by brotherDave
Wed Mar 24, 2010 10:09 pm
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